Digitisation brings new vitality to Vietnam’s heritage

The first session of the 16th National Assembly has completed the consolidation of key State leadership positions for the 2026–2031 term, marking an important step in strengthening the State apparatus and laying the groundwork for Vietnam’s next phase of development.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged faster construction of Long Thanh International Airport in the southern province of Dong Nai to ensure it begins commercial operations in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visit to Russia from March 22 to 25 marked a significant step in repositioning and elevating the Vietnam–Russia comprehensive strategic partnership in the new era, with breakthroughs in energy security and transport infrastructure cooperation.

The recent establishment of the Vietnam National Space Centre at Hoa Lac Hi-tech Park in Hanoi marks a significant milestone in the country’s journey toward mastering advanced technologies. More than just a scientific facility, it signals Vietnam’s growing ambition to harness space technology for sustainable development and innovation. In this episode, we take a closer look at what this milestone means for Vietnam.

Vietnam has become the world’s fourth-largest market for branded residences, reflecting its rising appeal for luxury real estate investment, according to Savills.

Phu Quoc has secured the second place in the “Best Islands” category at the DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. Voted for by millions of affluent global travellers, this gold standard ranking reflects the island’s world-class landscapes, infrastructure, and services.

In today’s episode, we take a look back at an important journey in Vietnam’s political and constitutional history. From the first Constitution adopted shortly after the country gained independence to the latest amendments in the new era, each Constitution has marked a milestone in the nation’s development and reflected the will and aspirations of the Vietnamese people.

Vietnamese airlines have been instructed not to operate flights through areas and airspace deemed to pose potential safety risks in the Middle East, amid ongoing military tensions in the region.

Data economy and artificial intelligence will serve as a new, smarter and more sustainable pillars of growth for Vietnam in the digital economy.

People across the country and overseas Vietnamese communities around the world have joyfully welcomed the Lunar New Year 2026 – the Year of the Horse – in a vibrant atmosphere filled with hope for a happy and prosperous year.

Vietnam has officially submitted its application to UNESCO to recognise "pho" (Vietnamese noodle soup) and water puppetry as Intangible Cultural Heritage elements, while several new local intangible cultural heritage properties have been added to the national list. 

The official launch of the Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City on February 11 is expected to mobilise and channel capital into priority areas such as strategic infrastructure, core industries, logistics, green growth and digital transformation.

The first Vietnam Glorious Spring Fair 2026 is underway in Hanoi from February 2 to 13, transforming the capital into a lively hub of trade, culture and festive experiences.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam has concluded successfully, leaving deep impressions not only at home but also drawing wide attention from the international community. In today’s episode, we’ll look back at notable international assessments of the significance and outcomes of this major political event of Vietnam.

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In a special discussion with the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 14th National Party Congress, three international experts – Professor Carl Thayer, a renowned Vietnam scholar at the Australian Defence Force Academy, University of New South Wales; Dr Valeria Vershinina, Deputy Director of the ASEAN Centre at MGIMO University in Moscow and a leading Russian expert on Southeast Asia and ASEAN affairs; and journalist Amiad Horowitz, a regular contributor to People’s World who closely follows communist parties worldwide and pathways towards socialism – shared in-depth perspectives on the Congress's overarching vision, its assessment of past achievements, and the strategic breakthroughs expected to shape Vietnam’s future trajectory.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam on January 22 announced the list of the 200 members of the new 14th-tenure Central Committee, including 180 official members and 20 alternate ones.

Vietnam’s diplomacy in 2025 has provided a solid foundation for national development, fostering equal, cooperative, and mutually beneficial partnerships with countries around the world, while helping safeguard national interests amid an increasingly complex and volatile regional and global landscape.

Vietnam has completed preparations for the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, scheduled to take place in Hanoi from January 19 to 25, with the participation of 1,586 delegates representing more than 5.6 million Party members nationwide.

Police in the northern province of Hung Yen have dismantled a large-scale fraud and online gambling network that investigators say processed transactions totaling 9.3 trillion VND (equivalent to 354 million USD).